7 years agoDetroit Tigers relief pitcher Alex Wilson is on record saying he wants to stretch out and make a bid for a spot in the starting rotation this season. He will get his first opportunity in the Tigers' spring opener Thursday. The Tigers will take on Florida Southern University, as is tradition in Lakeland. Wilson has been a reliable reliever in his career, working to a 3.20 ERA and 170 strikeouts through 259 innings. If he's able to crack the rotation, it could mean Daniel Norris or Matt Boyd start the year at Triple-A. Wilson working as a starter could also provide some depth to protect against injuries, as Norris, Michael Fulmer, and Jordan Zimmermann have all had their issues in recent seasons.--Tyler Germain - RotoBaller
Source: Jason Beck